Quote by Meister Eckhart

Spirituality is not to be learned by flight from the world, or by running away from things, or by turning solitary and going apart from the world. Rather, we must learn an inner solitude wherever or with whomsoever we may be. We must learn to penetrate things and find God there.

Spirituality is not to be learned by flight from the world,

Summary

This quote emphasizes that spirituality is not about escaping from the world or isolating oneself from society. Instead, true spirituality can be cultivated through inner solitude and introspection, regardless of our surroundings or the people we interact with. It suggests that we should strive to develop a deep connection with the divine by recognizing the presence of God within ourselves and everything around us. Seeking solitude and introspection can help us to recognize the spiritual essence within ourselves and find a higher meaning in our interactions with the world.

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Religion Inspirational Inner Peace

By Meister Eckhart

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